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How To Make An Offer On a Pending Home Sale
Finding an ideal home only to see "pending" on the listing can be disheartening, but it shouldn't be. Most real estate websites will post "pending" as soon as a seller accepts an offer, but that does not mean the deal has gone through. Read on to learn what "pending"...
Home Affordability FAQ–Answered!
Uncertainty can make buying a home more arduous than it should be. Let's take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about mortgage affordability. How Do I Determine My Housing Budget? Many get stuck at this point because they want to "figure out" their...
How to Pay off Debt Fast To Qualify for a Home Loan
How to Pay off Debt Fast To Qualify for a Home Loan Struggling to pay down or pay off debt? You're not alone. Most Americans are shouldering about $30k in debt from credit cards, school loans, or car loans. And if you want to buy a home, too much debt can hinder...
Tricks for Removing Negative Information From Your Credit Report
Removing negative marks from your credit report isn't just for raising your credit score. It's also the key to getting approved for a home loan with a favorable interest rate. Use these strategies to eliminate negative information from your credit report. Did you know...
Breaking Down The Pros and Cons of a 30-Year Fixed-Rate Home Loan
Are you considering a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage? We're not surprised. Thanks to an extended repayment period and fixed-rate, homeowners can count on a predictable low monthly payment. Here's what you need to know about a 30-year fixed-rate loan and it’s...
What’s New with Purchasing a Home in 2020
The coronavirus outbreak has changed certain aspects of home buying. In some ways, it’s become more challenging. However, in many ways, it’s actually improved. Here are some of the differences you'll notice about purchasing a home in 2020 and how to prepare for them....
Rebuilding Your Home and Life After A Natural Disaster
Hundreds of thousands of homes are affected every year by natural disasters in the U.S, causing upwards of $300 billion in damages every year. We hope that you will never have to experience the devastation of a natural disaster. But should that happen, it's crucial to...
The Benefits of Purchasing a Fixer-Upper as Your First Home
Buying a move-in ready home is appealing, but there are benefits to purchasing a "diamond in the rough," too. Here are the top 5 reasons home shoppers prefer a fixer-upper. Pro Mortgage Tip: Did you know that there are home loan programs, especially buying a home that...
Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent for a Pleasant Homebuying Experience
While buying a home is a wonderfully positive event, it still presents challenges, and that's why most work with a real estate agent. Over the years, we've partnered up with many outstanding agents, and we understand how valuable their expertise is for you, the home...